Category Archives: scissors

Fiber things. Sewing. Embroidery. Knitting and spinning. Costuming.

The Epic Sweater

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Sharon

Way back in August or so of 2008, I decided to begin planning my Epic Sweater. It was a big birthday year, and I figured a big sweater should accompany it. This is the sweater that I will complete before … Continue reading →

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Spin, Span, Spun

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Sharon

I never planned to learn to spin. Though I surrounded myself with spinners, and learned the technicalities of the spinning world, I was sworn against the craft. My yarn stash is big enough, I didn’t need to add fiber to … Continue reading →

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One! One Finished Object! Ah ah ah!

Posted on January 21, 2010 by Sharon

  For Exhibit C I present to you my first finished knitted object of 2010: Lala’s Wedding Shawl. Not made for Lala, but for me to wear to her wedding (Ravelry link). I began this project in October, teaching a … Continue reading →

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Making Momma Proud

Posted on January 5, 2010 by Sharon

When I was growing up winter time was quilting time. Before the first snow my dad would bring in Mom’s quilting frame from the barn. Her quilting frame is this long Amish-style contraption that’s about four feet wide and as … Continue reading →

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Well hello there, 2010. How are the wife and kids?

Posted on January 3, 2010 by Sharon

I rarely get caught up in end-of-the-year reflection. I enjoy seeing the round-ups that my bloggy friends do, showing off their finished projects of the year, or displaying their favorite photos from the last 12 months. But I tend to … Continue reading →

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